A crushing defeat, the eternal bridesmaid, the temptation of an expensive mini-bar… this would be a bummer of a read if Jamie Simmons didn’t have such a dry sense of humour.
Chappelli at Sturt
May 7, 2015 by 8 Comments
Ian Chappell recently launched a new book ‘We Are Sturt’ for the Double Blues, for whom his grandfather played. Mike Sexton reports on the occasion.
Where last week’s Richmond side should have lined up
May 7, 2015 by 4 Comments
Where should our Richmond boys have played last week? SpiritofChecker makes his thoughts known. And what is actually wrong with Richmond?
Dudley Street Doggies
May 7, 2015 by 14 Comments
Old-timer Clem is a Bulldogs fan who resides in Dudley St. Mark “Swish” Schwerdt tells old Clem’s story. “Fancy beating bloody Sydney”. Not even Clem could have tipped the Doggie’s resurgence.
Old (Woollen) Footy Jumpers: The Many Jumpers of Keiran
May 7, 2015 by 5 Comments
Swans supporter Keiran Croker takes us through the woollen footy jumpers he has worn, from the Melbourne Demons jumper his Mum bought him (easier to keep clean than a mainly white South Melbourne jumper) to a recently purchased old style South Melbourne version. That may contain red wine stains.
Almanac Music: Wedding Music?
May 7, 2015 by 18 Comments
John Harms responds to Clare Boyd-Macrae’s piece on Bach’s ‘Sheep May Safely Graze’. And asks: what music did you have (might you have) at your wedding. (First, second, third wedding comparisons welcome).
Round 5 – Carlton v Collingwood: Salut Mick
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Collingwood set up the future whilst honouring the past – David Enticott remembers Mick’s time at the Pies fondly even as his side utterly destroys the party.
The Fight of the Century – Without Standards (updated)
May 6, 2015 by 8 Comments
Matt Watson sums up the Mayweather v Pacquiao bout and his feelings about the combatants.
SANFL round 6 preview: Norwood V Adelaide
May 6, 2015 by 28 Comments
The Adelaide Crows’ SANFL team and lighting don’t seem to mix. All things being equal though, The Redlegs and the Crows (should) meet under lights this weekend to get the SANFL’s multi-cultural round off to a fly and Rulebook shares this preview of the clash at The Parade.
2005 – The (Almost) All Australian SSA Team: Capital Punishment
May 6, 2015 by 4 Comments
A decade ago, Canberra was the scene of the SSA 15/Under carnival. See Trent Cotchin back when he used to kick the ball towards the goals, a rookie Cat Ranga who wasn’t Lingy and a pair of injury prone Lions.
Round 5 – Sydney v Western Bulldogs: One more song
May 6, 2015 by 13 Comments
The Libba Sisters get together on the couch to watch the Bulldogs cause the upset of the season so far. Like songwriter Paul Kelly, they too hope there’s one more song on the journey
Haiku Bob – Round 5 – evenly spaced
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Haiku Bob tells the story of Carlton’s loss to Collingwood in – not surprisingly – Haiku.
The 2015 ‘Mopsy’ Fraser Cup – Round Five
May 6, 2015 by 2 Comments
The dust settles in the wake of round five. Earl O’Neill provides his unique take on the fall-out and gives some context ahead of the round six action.
Cougars back on the winners list as Waldron gets the call-up
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Stephen Marson discusses the excitement and joy as 18 year old Janus Waldron makes his debut for the seniors and the Cougars get a win to maintain an unbeaten record at home.
Phobos, the God of Fear and Football
May 5, 2015 by 6 Comments
Kate Birrell meditates on fear on the footy field. Is real courage staring down a personal Phobos, or Glenn Archer running with the flight of the ball toward a steamrolling Plugger Lockett?
Round 5 – Melbourne v Fremantle: Dockers a class above
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A pretty good afternoon, when it’s all said and done. Autumn sunshine, footy at the G, post-game kick-to-kick and Steve Johnston’s Dockers grab the points with the skipper and a key small forward on the bench.
Round 5 – Adelaide v Port Adelaide: Run Franky Run
May 5, 2015 by 4 Comments
Handbag Hansen was in his natural habitat – the Royal Exhibition Hotel in Sydney – to see the Showdown, which reminded him of Old Mate Franky.
Almanac Soccer – Who sponsors the AFC Bournemouth Under-10s?
May 5, 2015 by 3 Comments
The beauty of the English Premier League; while the title is often a four horse race, the promotion and relegation battle at the opposite end of the table throws up some compelling stories; this year, AFC Bournemouth is the fairytale story. Roy Hay profiles club stalwart and Geelong soccer referee; Russell Butler.
The ABC (Almanac Book Club) – a call for members!
May 5, 2015 by 6 Comments
Dugald Jellie with news of a long overdue book club focusing on sporting literature. Read on for info on how to join!
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